Content Developer (CD)

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We approach learning differently!

Socratic Arts designs and builds story-based learning solutions (digital, virtual, live and hybrid) for Fortune 100 and university clients. We deliver deeply engaging and sometimes very complex learning programs that offer hands-on practice, failure in a safe environment, expert coaching, and just-in-time support. We deliver solutions that include features like original fictional & expert video, real-time feedback, performance metrics, and adaptive simulations based on learner actions, as well as courseware that leverages live mentors coaching in the context of a realistic scenario.

Role Description

The Content Developer (CD) collaborates with our Learning Design Directors (LDD), Learning Design Managers (LDM), client stakeholders and subject matter experts to create course content.

Specifically, the CD:

• Gets up to speed quickly on course topics and client content
• Develops and modifies course content:
  • Develops content and/or reviews and edits content created by client SMEs and other teammates
  • Proofreads (and sometimes develops, copyedits, and line edits) client deliverables
  • Provides regular reviews and feedback to team members
• Proactively informs other teammates about work progress:
  • Communicates regular status
  • Flags potential issues early
  • Completes work ahead of deadlines, so it can be reviewed internally before being shared with the client

Skills and Abilities

Candidates are quick and curious learners, able to get conversant in diverse subject matter speedily. They have a strong executive presence, are very organized, and excel at developing relationships virtually, including with C-suite stakeholders. They are strong communicators.

Socratic Arts has always been a completely virtual company. Experience collaborating in a virtual environment and insight into the skills required to successfully work on long-distance projects are a plus.

Specifically, the CD must exhibit the following:

• Creative approaches to content development
• Very strong editorial, writing, and analytical skills adapted specifically to educational, training, or consultative business environments
• Exceptional professional communication skills to develop and maintain client relationship and facilitate overall project success
• Excellent interpersonal skills (especially critical given the virtual team environment)
• Strong organizational skills
• Aptitude and desire to learn unfamiliar subject matter relevant to training needs
• Aptitude and desire to learn emerging technologies
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Word, PPT, and Excel.
• Graphic Design capabilities (desired, not required)

Experience

• 3+ years Content Development/Business Writing experience, including:
  • Creating original content according to a project's specifications
  • Editing content developed by others
  • Soliciting and incorporating feedback from stakeholders

Compensation

Commensurate with experience, qualifications, and recommendations. Please include your compensation requirements with your submission. This is typically a 40 hrs/week, contract position. Candidates must reside in the US and be available to work remotely during regular business hours. Very occasional travel required, depending on project.

Submission Guidelines

Please submit cover letter, resume (with work location and contact information) and compensation requirements (see above) via email to careers@socraticarts.com. Please do not contact individuals in the organization directly.

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